Affordable design ideas for every room in your home: Living room, part 2

Need a more affordable design idea for your living room? You’re in luck; we have just that! Read on to find out more.

Table it. The tables you use in your living room can greatly impact the room’s overall look and feel. Take time to look at all your options for coffee tables and end tables. You want them to match the size of your couch. In other words, if you have a big, plush couch, you don’t want to have small, dainty tables, and vice versa. You should also think about what purpose your coffee table will be serving. Will it store things like DVDs, remotes, etc.? Will you be eating on it? Or will it hold decorative home accents? Many people opt for a large ottoman in place of a coffee table so it can also double as a footrest. In addition to the traditional living room tables, an accent table is a great way to update your room. A behind-the-couch table can be a great addition to your living room. This table should be long, slim, and about the same height as your couch. Check out garage sales and thrift stores for an older table and then update it with new accents and accessories. Don’t worry about it exactly matching your existing tables.

Lighting. Poor lighting can make even the best-designed room look bad. Don’t let that happen to your living room! Most designers say you should have a light every ten feet, which means you should probably have a few lamps in your space. Try using table lamps on your end tables or even on your behind-the-couch table. You may also want to add a floor lamp next to your recliner or favorite reading spot. The great thing about lamps is they not only serve a specific purpose, but they also add to the overall look of the room. If you can’t afford all new lamps, update some of your old ones with new shades, or even try painting the bases to match your new ones.

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